Ms06849 Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ms06849 Lake Dam in Leake, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 17 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation and has a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet. The dam poses a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Despite not having a designated dam type, Ms06849 Lake Dam boasts a surface area of 14.6 acres and a normal storage capacity of 111 acre-feet. The spillway type is uncontrolled, indicating a reliance on natural flow regulation. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it is subject to inspections, permitting, and enforcement by the state regulatory agency.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Ms06849 Lake Dam an intriguing subject for its unique design, environmental impact, and recreational significance. As a privately owned and state-regulated structure, this dam offers insight into the management of water resources in Mississippi and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining sustainable practices in dam construction and operation.
Dam Height |
17 |
Surface Area |
14.6 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Ms06849 Lake Dam